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APRIL 15, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. percent unemployment rate, the second-fastest growing economy in the nation, a highly diverse mix of thriving industry sectors and a well-educated, rapidly expanding population (43 percent of adults have post-secondary level degrees) that enjoys arguably the best quality of life in U.S. By Jack Rogers.

Utah 56

Utah Defense Fabrication Permits 56

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JULY 24, 2019

The states that have put the assets in place today to support a thriving cybersecurity industry—including STEM-oriented higher education programs with cyber-specific degrees and R&D facilities working in tandem with national security agencies, the U.S. military and business—will rule the cyber sector tomorrow.

North Carolina 111

North Carolina San Antonio Louisiana Tennessee 111

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AUGUST 1, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. To read about the 2014 state rankings, visit this link.). Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. By Business Facilities Staff.

Metro 111

Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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AUGUST 27, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. Department of Education as the state most effectively implementing the Race to the Top program. BH: Tennessee has been making great strides in education thanks to Gov. Haslam’s intense focus on the state’s education system. Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report.

Tennessee 46

Tennessee Nashville Memphis Nevada 46

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JUNE 6, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. The Digital Lab will apply computing technologies to address the manufacturing challenges faced by the Department of Defense.

Chicago 45

Chicago Innovation Design Illinois 45

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AUGUST 23, 2017

With more than 1,200 aerospace and defense companies in Arizona, it is easy to understand why PriceWaterhouseCoopers ranked Arizona number one for aerospace manufacturing attractiveness. Mesa has one of the nation’s most unique cybersecurity assets—Arizona Laboratory for Security and Defense Research (AZLabs). After leasing the U.S.

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

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JULY 28, 2014

From the May/June 2014 issue. In 2014, aviation-related commodities made up over $43 billion of exports through Washington. It enjoys strong support from and close cooperation among government, industry, labor, education and community leaders. Far West Washington BF-May/June-2014 Boeing Everett Pacific County Snohomish County'

Washington 45

Washington Industrial Long Beach Zoning 45

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. Chief Executive magazine’s 2014 survey of CEOs ranked Florida #2 on its listing of “Best/Worst States for Business.” Education, Mako Surgical, Marriott International, Microsoft, Nipro Diagnostics and Seacor—all the requisite support services and infrastructure are in place to ensure success.

Florida 46

Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

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APRIL 30, 2022

Partnering on defense contracts. Educational researcher, 5(10), 3-8. Assessment in Engineering Education: Evolution, Approaches and Future Collaborations. Journal of Engineering Education, 94(1), 13-25. Education and Practice, 135(4), 129-141. Partnering relationships in construction: A. literature review.

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Construction Project Management Engineering Management 222

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MARCH 28, 2014

From the January/February 2014 issue. An excellent education network of primary and secondary schools appeals to employers and employees alike. The tenant mix includes a mixture of national and international high-tech and defense related businesses. By BF Staff. A BUSINESS FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT.

Virginia 45

Virginia Infrastructure Washington Baltimore 45

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here’s why Harford County, MD should be home to your business: Lakeside Business Park, in Edgewood, MD, features a variety of defense, manufacturing and e-commerce companies. Under the current administration of County Executive Barry Glassman, Harford County has retained its AAA bond rating, and since December 2014, has added more than 3.7

Maryland 45

Maryland Innovation Green Baltimore 45

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DECEMBER 9, 2015

Louisiana is bringing together state, regional and local partners, including business and higher education resources, in intelligent collaborations yielding sustainable economic growth. Innovative partnerships among state, regional and local partners, including higher education campuses. Credit: Louisiana Economic Development).

Louisiana 40

Louisiana Innovation Education Site 40

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MAY 19, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. The EAST® Initiative, an education model that focuses on student-driven service projects accomplished with teamwork and cutting edge technology, originated in the region, is in 206 public and charter schools in six states, and was named a model program by the U.S. Department of Education.

Arkansas 47

Arkansas St. Louis Transportation Metro 47

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MAY 14, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. WFSI, a Sauk Rapids company that does customized welding projects for the energy and defense industries, is adding 32 new jobs in that central Minnesota community. Plains Utilities Workforce Training/Skilled Workforce BF-March/April-2014 Greater Minneapolis Saint Paul St. By Robert Tilton.

Minnesota 45

Minnesota Minneapolis United States Industrial 45

Safety Services Company

JANUARY 15, 2015

In December 2014, a German steel mill suffered following a cyber-attack on the plant’s network. Your employees are your front line of defense when it comes to security. They may use this data to steal money, corporate information, or disrupt your business. Make staff aware of their role in security. Use strong passwords.

Industrial 48

Industrial Security Mobility Office 48

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JUNE 17, 2016

Montreal is the fourth Canadian city to capture ICF’s top honor, and the first since 2014 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada). Montreal is the fourth Canadian city to capture ICF’s top honor, and the first since 2014 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada). Source: The Intelligent Community Forum/YouTube).

Columbus 40

Columbus Innovation Metro Foundation 40

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JANUARY 29, 2014

24, 2014) has affirmed a lower court ruling that dismissed a case against the architect based on the statute of limitations. Within a few weeks of the subsidence event, the Illinois State Board of Education determined that the damage was so severe that the building was condemned. Wight & Company , Jan. contracts litigation'

Illinois 40

Illinois AIA Contract Agreement 40

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APRIL 5, 2016

Financial and business services tied with information technology as the second most active sector (37 deals each) and activity in the energy sector was exactly the same in 2015 as it was in 2014 (31 deals), underscoring that energy continues to create opportunity in the region, just not at the same pace as it previously had.

Pennsylvania 40

Pennsylvania Deals Security Employment 40

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JULY 23, 2013

In our wireless world, mobile and broadband networks create economic opportunities for health care, manufacturing, education, transportation and public safety, and virtually every other economic section.”. The investment we’re making in our wireless and wireline networks is essential to spurring South Carolina’s economy and creating jobs.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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DECEMBER 30, 2015

After Mercedes-Benz planted its flag in Tuscaloosa, other leading automakers–including Hyundai, Toyota and Honda–also established major manufacturing facilities in Alabama, helping the state capture the top ranking for Automotive Manufacturing Strength in BF’s 2014 State Rankings Report.

Alabama 40

Alabama Mobility NJ America 40

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OCTOBER 26, 2015

Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Department of Defense Earned Value Management System Interpretation Guide Dated Feb 18, 2015. 31–32, 1972.

Estimating 40

Estimating Management CSI Life Cycle 40

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AUGUST 29, 2013

The new data center will seek LEED Gold certification, and is scheduled to complete construction in late 2014. Education & Research, Energy & Sustainability, Aerospace & Defense. We’ve seen a big interest from Maryland companies, especially defense companies. Old Dominion Plans Generator in Cecil County.

Maryland 53

Maryland Baltimore Electrical Houston 53

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OCTOBER 11, 2017

The mHUB community consists of entrepreneurs, manufacturers, investors, mentors, engineers and designers, as well as education and industry partners.”. ADAPT is just one example of Colorado’s innovative mindset in manufacturing leveraging higher education, small businesses, large corporations and economic development,” said Bailey.

Rhode Island 56

Rhode Island Colorado Maryland Innovation 56

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MAY 5, 2016

A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., Aerospace & Defense Labor Market Study. percent, of which about 185,000 jobs were lost in the defense subsector. million workers in 2014, and another 3.2 billion in 2014, a 9.9

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40

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MARCH 25, 2014

From the January/February 2014 issue. The Beehive State has joined forces with private industry, public education and higher education to help our workforce remain highly skilled by funding Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs, incumbent worker and extensive volunteer programs in Utah schools.

Utah 45

Utah Education Industrial Products 45

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OCTOBER 12, 2016

A vibrant manufacturing sector needs an equally vibrant workforce, educated in a multitude of fields from engineering to economics. Education is an important driver of advanced manufacturing growth. In March 2014, the company announced it is opening its fifth facility in the state. Between 2010 and 2013, Indiana experienced a 1.8

Oklahoma 40

Oklahoma Mississippi Tennessee Utah 40

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NOVEMBER 2, 2021

There’s nothing like AEC, and this year’s 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction have demonstrated their ability to inspire, educate, and advance the industry in ways worth admiring. She and her team also train and educate end-users on how to use the technology they implement. VDC/BIM Manager.

Construction 52

Construction BIM San Francisco Management 52

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

Taking advantage of that strong educational and training foundation is the new BRIDG (Building the Innovation Development Gap) facility at NeoCity in Osceola County. The excellent support we have received from Bay County EDA, Governor Rick Scott’s office, higher educational partners and The St. Photo: Enterprise Florida).

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Ohio made a number of appearances in Business Facilities’ 2012 State Rankings report , reaching 7th for Automotive Manufacturing Strength and Best Education Climate; 4th for Economic Growth Potential, Race to the Top Leaders and Best Transportation Infrastructure; and 10th for Workforce Health and Safety. percent in 2014.

Ohio 63

Ohio Airports Industrial Columbus 63

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

Texas’ commitment to growth through innovation is manifested in the Texas Emerging Technology Fund (TETF), a grant program designed to expedite the development and commercialization of new technologies through partnerships between the state, higher education institutions, and private industry. Credit: Tomball EDC.).

Texas 49

Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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APRIL 22, 2013

Its goal is to coordinate companies, research and education institutes to foster collaboration and innovation. Production lines will be installed in 2014. Like the cluster CI3 in Hessen which got the same award only two years later in 2012, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research contributes 40 million Euros for the cluster.

Florida 63

Florida New Jersey Maryland Utah 63

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APRIL 15, 2014

ALABAMA - updated for 2014. Property Tax Abatements: The Tax Incentive Reform Act of 1992 (TIRA) allows qualified industries to receive abatements of non-educational property taxes for new businesses locating to Alabama and for expansions of existing facilities in Alabama. Inventory is exempt from property tax.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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APRIL 12, 2016

billion in 2014, will grow to $11 billion in 2023. The $600-million Institute already is well on its way to establishing the region as a national hub for producing next generation integrated photonics, a light science with the potential to transform communications, medicine and national defense, and could create thousands of jobs.

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

3 Rivers Connect is a nonprofit agency that helps individuals, educators and community leaders use information and technology to make the best possible decisions about the allocation of resources and delivery of services. defense contracts. of new office space by 2014. Maximizing resources also is a critical key to success.

Omaha 76

Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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MARCH 21, 2014

BROWNFIELD DEVELOPMENT TAX ABATEMENTS: Gives cities and counties the ability to abate the following: Non-educational city and county sales & use taxes; Non-educational state, city and county property taxes—up to 20 years; Mortgage and recording taxes. percent, between 2014 and 2017. percent down to 4.9

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

A key ingredient to Texas’ success is a comprehensive job creation strategy focused on six key industry clusters: Advanced Technology and Manufacturing; Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense; Biotechnology and Life Sciences; Information and Computer Technology; Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products; and Energy. Waxahachie attracts families.

Texas 45

Texas Fort Worth Dallas Airports 45

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MARCH 8, 2016

Department of Defense. Department of Defense may be deducted from gross receipts. Single Sales Factor: Beginning January 1, 2014, New Mexico will begin phasing in a single sales factor apportionment methodology for corporations whose principal business activity is manufacturing. Five-Year Policy Changes: Year. Appointment.

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Railroad 40